Dog Registrations

The Town of Braintree requires that all dog owners must register their dog(s) each year.

The purpose of this Ordinance (PDF) is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of all the inhabitants who frequent and live in the town. It is further the purpose of this ordinance to prevent the needless health hazards caused by dog bites and dog feces upon public and private properties.

Dog Licensing Period

The 2019 dog licensing period will run from April 1 until June 30. All renewal requests either in person, by mail or online, must be submitted by this time to avoid a late fee. The licenses will be valid from April 1, 2019, through March 31, 2020.

Annual Rabies Clinic

The Annual Rabies Clinic will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at Town Hall and will run from 10 a.m. until Noon. The vaccination fee per animal will be $15. Clinic sponsored by the Town of Braintree, Braintree Jaycees and Dr. Joseph Cosman, DMV of the VCA.

More Information

The Office of the Town Clerk will be open during normal business hours for dog license renewals and new licenses.

Anyone seeking more information may contact the Office of the Town Clerk at 781-794-8240.